On the second day after returning to Beijing, Jun Zechen first went to report the battle situation to his father, and then prepared to go to Kunning Palace to pay his respects to his mother.
At this time, the queen was sitting on the couch, slightly sideways, holding the edge of the couch with one hand, and her eyes occasionally looked towards the door.
After Jun Zechen came in, he saluted respectfully, clasped his hands together, and bent slightly, his movements smooth and solemn.
After paying his respects, he calmly sat down on the couch on the other side.
"The prince has become more mature and resolute after his trip."
The queen smiled and was very pleased.
Jun Zechen nodded slightly, his tone sincere.
"It would be unfilial of me to cause my mother to worry about me. I will live up to my father and mother's trust and return victoriously."
"I have also heard from your father that you have performed very well in this expedition and have completely eliminated the barbarians for the monarchy. You have your father's style."
"However, since you returned to the capital yesterday, why didn't you return to the Imperial Palace to meet your father? You stayed in the Crown Prince's Mansion outside the palace yesterday, and you don't plan to rest in the Eastern Palace today when you return to the Imperial Palace?"
The queen frowned slightly.
She originally didn't care where her son lived. As the crown prince, sometimes he had to deal with things and meet with court officials, so it was normal for him to stay in the crown prince's mansion outside the palace.
But he should have gone to the palace to meet His Majesty yesterday, and even come to pay his respects to her, the Queen Mother. Instead, he waited until today and did not return to the East Palace.
"It's more convenient for me to work outside the palace. I came back exhausted yesterday, so I thought I'd pay my respects to the Queen Mother today to avoid worrying her."
Jun Zechen spoke in a steady tone and answered flawlessly.
Since Yaoyao doesn't plan to get engaged to him before she reaches the age of 15, then don't let the Queen Mother know for now. After all, the Queen Mother has always wanted him to take a concubine.
The Queen Mother didn't know that Jun Zechen refused all of them on the grounds that he was not interested in women and was busy with government affairs, and the Queen Mother could do nothing about it.
If the Queen Mother knew that he didn't want to take a concubine because of Yaoyao, she would probably have opinions about Yaoyao.
After listening to Jun Zechen's explanation, the queen's expression eased slightly and she nodded slightly.
"Well, since that's the case, I won't pursue it any further."
It’s not a big deal. If you like staying outside the palace, then stay outside the palace. When you become emperor, you won’t spend much time outside the palace.
"This son pays his respects to you, and I have something to discuss with you, Mother."
"What is it?"
The Queen raised an eyebrow and looked at him with interest.
What could the prince possibly need to discuss with her?
"Minghui and Qi Wanyin are both sixteen years old. Why don't you arrange marriages for them? Hold a banquet and invite the young men from the noble families in the capital, and let them choose."
Jun Zechen calmly stated the purpose of his visit today.
The queen stared at her son for a long time, her eyes full of suspicion, and remained silent.
Is this her son?
When did her son start to care about other people's marriages?
The Queen narrowed her eyes, a scrutinizing look in them, something was amiss.
"Minghui is indeed old enough, so it would be nice to hold a wedding banquet for her, but..."
The queen nodded slightly, as if thinking about something.
"Wan Yin... Prince, do you really not know that Wan Yin has always been fond of you?"
Qi Wanyin was raised by the Queen for several years. Although she didn't take her seriously at first, she developed some feelings for her after spending some time with her. After all, she was her brother's daughter.
This time when her brother returns to the capital, Qi Wanyin can also marry into the Qi family. It is better to be a concubine's daughter than a daughter of a concubine. Although her status is lower, it is okay for her to marry into the Eastern Palace as a concubine. After all, it is Wanyin herself who admires the prince.
If you want to marry the prince, you can only be a concubine.
A hint of annoyance instantly appeared on Jun Zechen's face.
"I have no intention of marrying or taking concubines now."
When the topic of the prince's marriage came up, the queen became displeased and her face darkened.
"You are already eighteen years old. Other young masters already have children. You are the crown prince. The crown princess can observe you more and pay more attention to you. But you must take in a few concubines in the Eastern Palace."
The Queen raised her voice, her tone filled with dissatisfaction.
"Even if you don't like Wanyin, Mother can find you another woman."
"Mother, I only want to make achievements in the court now, and I have no time for love. When I want to get married, I will get married. Mother, please don't worry about it."
Jun Zechen picked up the teacup, took a sip, and lowered his head, obviously not wanting to say anything more.
The queen frowned at him, confusion written all over her face.
"As a brother, you haven't married yet, so why are you here today to find husbands for your two sisters?"
"I don't like Qi Wanyin. My mother arranged a marriage for her, which helped to dissuade her from doing so. As for Minghui, her personality has become increasingly overbearing. She will probably become more restrained after getting married."
The queen's frown deepened.
Wanyin is not liked by him, and he wants to marry her off. She believes this reason for the time being. Will Minghui become more domineering?
"Did Minghui cause trouble outside the palace?"
There was a sharp look in the queen's eyes.
"It's just a few minor things, but her temper is indeed getting worse. She's getting old, and the Queen Mother should be looking for a husband for Minghui. I think it can be done as soon as possible."
The Queen was indeed looking for a husband for Minghui, but it was because Minghui was almost the same age.
She looked carefully at the prince's face again, and seeing that he looked determined, she didn't ask any more questions. If he didn't want to talk, she couldn't get anything out of him.
Moreover, the Queen will satisfy any request she makes to the Prince as long as it is not a big deal.
"I'll ask the Shangyi Bureau to prepare something."
"Thank you, mother. I will not disturb you any more. I will take my leave."
Jun Zechen stood up, bowed respectfully, then turned and strode away.
After Jun Zechen left, the queen fell into deep thought, her fingers tapping unconsciously on the table.
Something must have happened outside the palace yesterday.
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